After 5 years, the Colossal Titan appears once again. Eren, intending to face it on his own, quickly realizes that his opponent is sentient, noticing the cannons on the wall being purposefully swiped off. Before he can strike a fatal blow, the Colossal Titan disappears in a sudden burst of steam. The soldiers, along with the new recruits then ready themselves to deal with the threat. While they are being assigned to squads, Dot Pixis hears of the news and quickly decides to head to the frontlines, much to the dissatisfaction of Lord Balto. Meanwhile, the recruits despair, having to go face the Titans. Mikasa is forced to leave Eren, being assigned to the rear squad.